Specifications include, but are not limited to: 3.1 Interpret, implement, and administer federal and state statutes and administrative rules to ensure compliance and protect consumers.3.2 Draft proposed changes in statute or administrative rules, coordinate the rule promulgation process, lobby legislators and testify before legislative committees so that necessary laws and rules are enacted and, regularly updated to remain consistent with the education of the professions and provide for appropriate protection of the public.3.3 Provide leadership to the board to enhance continuity of operations.a. Advise the board of laws, rules, investigations, and all other pertinent information to keep the Board informed and engaged; b. Work with the Board to establish goals and priorities; c. Coordinate board meetings and see that board directives are carried out; and d. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to further the mission of the Board. 3.4 Oversee the licensing and registration process to ensure that licenses, registrations and permits are issued to qualified persons and entities and that licenses, registrations and permits are renewed annually when regulatory criteria are met. a. Review and prepare for approval initial and credential verification applications for licensure or registration of Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Registered Dental Assistants, Radiographers and Dental Corporations/LLCs; b. Oversee criminal background check process, where applicable, including retention and destruction of records.
